1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Mustang | Duster |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |
